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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Athens International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £88. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Athens.£42 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £42, select.

Athens.£43 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £43, select.

Athens.£48 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £48, select.

Athens.£50 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £50, select.

Athens.£53 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £53, select.

Athens.£60 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Sep.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 21 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Athens.£63 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £63, select.

Athens.£66 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £66, select.

Athens.£70 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £70, select.

Athens.£72 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £72, select.

Athens.£75 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £75, select.

Athens.£76 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £76, select.

Athens.£77 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 31 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £77, select.

Athens.£79 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £79, select.

Athens.£88 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 26 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £88, select.

Athens.£90 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Apr.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £90, select.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Athens International Airport?

Right now, flights from Edinburgh Airport to Athens International Airport are cheapest in November, with prices from £42. That's £46 less than you’d pay in July.

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Cheapest month:November

Most expensive month:July

When’s the best time to visit Athens?

We analysed thousands of flight and hotel prices, plus a whole heap of weather data, to show you what Athens is typically like each month. If you're after a great deal, November currently has the lowest return flights from £88. But if you're searching for sunshine, July is the warmest month, with average temperatures of 25°C - 34°C.

October

Temperature16°C - 23°C

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Cheapest return flight£124

Cheapest 3-star hotel£28

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November

Temperature13°C - 20°C

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(21–60mm)

Cheapest return flight£88

Cheapest 3-star hotel£23

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December

Temperature10°C - 16°C

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(21–60mm)

Cheapest return flight£98

Cheapest 3-star hotel£24

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January

Temperature7°C - 14°C

RainfallDry

(21–60mm)

Cheapest return flight£95

Cheapest 3-star hotel£23

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February

Temperature7°C - 14°C

RainfallDry

(21–60mm)

Cheapest return flight£124

Cheapest 3-star hotel£23

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March

Temperature9°C - 16°C

RainfallDry

(21–60mm)

Cheapest return flight£136

Cheapest 3-star hotel£23

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April

Temperature12°C - 21°C

RainfallDry

(21–60mm)

Cheapest return flight£159

Cheapest 3-star hotel£24

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May

Temperature16°C - 25°C

RainfallDry

(21–60mm)

Cheapest return flight£138

Cheapest 3-star hotel£41

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June

Temperature22°C - 31°C

RainfallVery dry

(0–20mm)

Cheapest return flight£133

Cheapest 3-star hotel£36

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July

Temperature25°C - 34°C

RainfallVery dry

(0–20mm)

Cheapest return flight£180

Cheapest 3-star hotel£36

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Direct flights from Edinburgh to Athens International

Edinburgh to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Athens International

13 miles from central Athens

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Edinburgh to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£42
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	4 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airline	Aegean Airlines
Average flights per week	6

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Edinburgh to Athens International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Athens International is £84. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Edinburgh to Athens International?

4 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Athens International.

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to Athens International?

Aegean Airlines and easyJet fly direct from Edinburgh to Athens International.

How many flights are there a week from Edinburgh to Athens International?

As of October 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Athens International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Athens International?

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Athens International is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Athens International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Athens International Airport on Sunday, 24 January 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Athens International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 6 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Athens International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Athens?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Athens International with?

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

This information is correct as of April 2016

Airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Athens

Currently easyJet is the only airline offering direct flights from Edinburgh to Athens.

Terminal Information – Departing

Edinburgh Airport has one terminal which is easy to reach from the city centre by public transport. If you're flying with easyJet you'll need to check in online, as they no longer have desks at the airport. If you're taking an indirect flight to Athens with another airline, proceed as normal. Security and the departure lounge are both upstairs. You'll find plenty of great shops and places to eat once you pass through security. Shops range from high-street brands and duty free stores to boutiques selling Scottish art and souvenirs. Dining options are varied, ranging from pub grub and sandwiches to decadent seafood. If you really want to kick off your holiday in style, you can check into one of the business lounges. Edinburgh Airport has an Aspire and a No.1 Traveller Lounge, which you can pay to access regardless of airline or ticket type. The lounges both offer complimentary Wi-Fi, snacks and drinks.

Terminal Information – Arriving

Athens Airport is roughly 17 miles away from the city. It's served by public transport and taxis. There are car hire desks in the arrivals hall for those who enjoy the added independence of four wheels. Metro tickets cost €8* (about £6.20) and are usable on buses in the city centre for up to 90 minutes after validation. Stamp your ticket before boarding the metro to validate it: if you don't, you could be fined. Numerous express buses connect the airport to the city, and each one has a different route. If this is your preferred method of transport we recommend researching timetables in advance. Express bus tickets cost €5* (about £3.90). Taxis offer flat-fare trips into the city centre at a rate of €38* (about £29.50) by day and €50* (just under £39) by night.

Practical Information

You need a valid passport to fly from Edinburgh to Athens. We recommend aiming to reach the airport at least 90 minutes before departure, giving yourself extra time if you're flying during the school holidays.

What to expect in Athens

Athens is two hours ahead of Edinburgh and the currency is the Euro (€). The best times to visit Athens are spring and autumn. Summer is extremely hot (with an average temperature of 29°C) while winter is quite chilly (10°C on average). Spring and autumn are warm but not stifling, so you can explore the city on foot and pick up a nice tan as you go. Just remember to pick up some factor 30 before you fly. Prices in Athens are lower than in Edinburgh: you can enjoy dinner for two for less than £30 and a pint of local beer for about £2.70*. Taxis in Athens are quite cheap too, great if you accidentally overindulge. Find out more on what to expect with our Athens travel guide.

*Prices subject to chang